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  2. Staircase timer - Wikipedia

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    The lights may be turned on or off from either the top, bottom or intermediate floors of the staircase. They remain on until turned off manually. In a multiple occupancy dwelling, the drawback is that the cost of shared lighting is usually paid by the landlord. Individual tenants turn lights on, but have little reason to turn them off.

  3. Stairs - Wikipedia

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    Winder stairs with a simple handrail supported by three newel posts. Newel: A large baluster or post used to anchor the handrail. Since it is a structural element, it extends below the floor and subfloor to the bottom of the floor joists and is bolted right to the floor joist. A half-newel may be used where a railing ends in the wall. Visually ...

  4. Handrail - Wikipedia

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    Handrails are to support a continuous load of 50 pounds per foot (74 kg/m) or a concentrated load of 200 pounds (91 kg) applied at the top of the handrail. [10] As handrails come in different materials, the strengths can vary. From timber to stainless steel, it is best to pick a handrail that will be right for the area.

  5. Baluster - Wikipedia

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    Common materials used in its construction are wood, stone, and less frequently metal and ceramic. A group of balusters supporting a handrail, coping, or ornamental detail is known as a balustrade. [1] [2] The term baluster shaft is used to describe forms such as a candlestick, upright furniture support, and the stem of a brass chandelier.

  6. Tribute in Light - Wikipedia

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    The Tribute's illumination begins at dusk and ends at dawn, with the lights being turned off for 20-minute periods to allow migratory birds to escape as needed. On clear nights, the lights can be seen from 60 miles (97 km) away, [7] visible in all of New York City and most of suburban Northern New Jersey and Long Island.